Bio & Incident Details

Deputy Jenkins was killed in an automobile accident while on patrol at 0430 hours.

He was driving on I-10, just east of Beaumont Avenue, when his 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicle went out of control. His vehicle went down an embankment and struck a tree. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead approximately 30 minutes later. Deputy Jenkins was wearing his seatbelt and shoulder harness at the time of the accident.

Deputy Jenkins was assigned to San Gorgonio Pass. He is survived by his wife and six children.

Most Recent Reflection

Dear Deputy Jenkins: Your loss still hurts after 10 years. You patrol the streets of heaven and know your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and sacrifice and for keeping u safe.

LoVae Pray Martines, Law Enf. Liaison MADD, San Bernardino County
March 18, 2013